RANJITH P S
+91 - |-| https://www.linkedin.com/in/ranjith-ps/ | Kochi, Kerala, India
Summary
Dedicated professional with a diverse background in electronics engineering and shipbuilding, seamlessly transitioning to a dynamic role as an Associate Manager in Supply Chain at Tredence Inc. Leveraging an MBA from IIM Kozhikode, I bring a strategic mindset and a proven track record in spearheading impactful data science projects for industry leader Nestle. Instrumental in delivering multimillion-dollar benefits through projects such as Freight Forecasting, Capacity Planning, and the Suggestive Order System. Adept at navigating complex challenges, I excel in driving innovation, optimizing processes, and delivering tangible results in the fast-paced realm of data engineering and analytics.
Work Experience
Associate Manager Tredence Inc. Aug’2022
Supply Chain Consulting Leadership: Lead supply chain consulting services for Nestle, one of the largest CPG brands. Drive the conceptualization and implementation of ML models for key projects, including freight forecasting, suggestive order quantity, and realistic distribution planning.
Network Optimization: Worked with FIND for network optimization of clinical test facilities using Opti-dx.
Deep Understanding of ML Models: Possess a comprehensive understanding of various forecasting ML models and their applications, enabling strategic decision-making in supply chain operations.
Data Visualization Proficiency: Utilize Power BI for effective data visualization, facilitating clear communication of insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Pre-Sales Consulting: Industrial pre sales consulting on Supply Chain Control Tower. Development of Nth tier supply risk management solution as part of Control Tower.
Deputy Manager Cochin Shipyard Limited Jun’2015-Aug’2022
Project manager responsible for ensuring contractual obligations for the client, allocating resources, scheduling, cost control, and on-time execution of large-scale shipbuilding projects.
Optimizing procurement costs by streamlining requirement channels, bulk processing, establishing rate contracts and comparative price negotiations.
Established client relationships with major Indian and Foreign OEMs and pushed the ‘Make in India’ policy to help reduce the cost of equipment supplied to the company.
Software Engineer Robert Bosch Engineering and Business Solutions Sep’2013-Jun’2015
Developed application and diagnostic software programs using C programming to create automotive Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) software.
Developed R&D software for ABS as part of the in-house initiative and tested the same on Motorcycles.
Achievements
Pat on the back award for successful completion of Freight Forecasting and Suggestive Order Quantity projects with Nestle delivering multi-billion dollars in benefits.
Reduced project cost by ~80 Cr through optimized procurement process.
Education
Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode Govt. Model Engineering College, Thrikkakara
MBA, 2020, 3.65/4.33 Electronics & Communication Engineering, 2013, 80.1%
Skills, Tools & Certification
•Project Management • IPMA Level D, PMP Certified
•Supply Chain Management • Supply Chain Management, Rutgers University
•Machine Learning • Advanced - MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint
•Business Consulting • Basic – Python, SPSS, PowerBI, AutoCAD
Projects
Freight Forecasting using ML models for CPG company – Benefit of $1.6M annually
Suggestive Order Quantity using various ML models for CPG Company – Benefit of $14.5M annually
Capacity Planning and Realistic Distribution Plan project
Two Multi crore shipbuilding projects for the Indian Navy – Design, Procurement, Project Management
Hobbies & Extracurricular Activities
Play the Guitar
